Why Early Access?

“Not all planned core features are implemented at this time and the scope is largely still evolving. We believe that community involvement is crucial to shaping Lurk Miners into the best experience possible for host and players. By launching in Early Access, we aim to gather valuable feedback from players, refine gameplay mechanics, and expand the game based on real player experiences. This phase will help us test new features, improve balance, and ensure that the final version of the game meets the expectations of our community.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We anticipate that Lurk Miners will remain in Early Access for approximately 1 year, depending on player feedback and the development process. We want to ensure that every major feature we plan to add is polished before moving to a full release.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We plan to introduce major improvements and new features to enhance the overall experience of Lurk Miners. One goal is to give streamers more control over the experience provided to their audience.

In terms of content, we plan to expand the game world with new biomes, More ores and minerals, Economy and Upgrades, Expanded platform integration, Better customization option for host and players. Our goal is to continue evolving Lurk Miners based on player feedback and community engagement, ensuring a richer and more dynamic experience over time.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of Lurk Miners is fully playable and includes a solid foundation of gameplay mechanics. Players can dig in the mines and reasonably expect to keep their inventory, be able to see how much their inventory is worth, and rank themselves against other players on the in game leaderboard. However, some features are still in development, such as additional content, optimizations, and quality-of-life improvements. While the game is already enjoyable, we recognize that there is room for refinement and expansion.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“At this time we do not plan to increase the price after Early Access, how ever this may change if the community wants centralized features that will add overhead costs to keep the game running.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We want the community to be an integral part of *Lurk Miners' * evolution. Players can share feedback through Steam forums, and social media. We will actively listen to suggestions, fix reported issues, and conduct playtests to fine-tune gameplay mechanics.”